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3 Contenido PRODUCT OVERVIEW INSTALLATION Selecting a Mounting Location MOUNTING THE ALBACOMBI UNIT DIN Rail Mounting Connecting to a NMEA2000 Network NMEA2000 Networks NMEA2000 Minimum Network Requirements TACHO INPUT CONNECTIONS CONFIGURING THE ALBACOMBI DEVICE General Option Channel Options RPM Channel PTC1000 Option Volt/Resistive Input Shunt Input Voltage Input Output Option N2K Option PGN : Engine Rapide Update PGN : Engine Parameters Dynamic PGN : Battery Status PGN : Fluid Level PGN : Temperature PGN : Pressure Displays Option FULL-SCREEN OPTION HARDWARE TEST AND UPDATE DEVICE OPTIONS SPECIFICATIONS... 35

Company Information EMMI NETWORK S.L. CALLE DELS FURS, 50 46701 GANDiA, VALENCIA SPAIN info@emminet.com www.albacombi.

4 Company Information EMMI NETWORK S.L. CALLE DELS FURS, GANDiA, VALENCIA SPAIN No part of this document may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of the copyright owner. The contents of this document are subject to revision without notice due to continued progress in methodology, design and manufacturing. EMMI Network SL shall have no liability for any error or damage of any kind resulting from the use of this document. The information provided in this document concerning capacity, suitability and performance shall not be considered commercially binding. Please note that all capacity figures and dimensioning methods are based on EMMI Network s SL own models of how devices behave in a network. The document is intended to be used by professionally trained personnel. It is strongly recommended to involve EMMI Network SL in discussions covering the contents of this document. Any feedback that may help EMMI Network SL improve the documentation and information methods is welcome. Product Disposal Please dispose of this product in accordance with the WEEE Directive. The product should be taken to a registered establishment for the disposal of electronic equipment.

5 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The new AlbaCombi is a second generation device, built following our successful Alba line of converters, that translate analogue signals from all over the boat to an NMEA2000 bus.

The AlbaCombi can be used to get engine data, tank levels, alarm status, generic pressure and temperature indications from any 4-20mA sensor.

5 5 PRODUCT OVERVIEW The new AlbaCombi is a second generation device, built following our successful Alba line of converters, that translate analogue signals from all over the boat to an NMEA2000 bus. The unit has been designed to connect in parallel to an existing gauge, so existing instruments can still be used. The AlbaCombi can be used to get engine data, tank levels, alarm status, generic pressure and temperature indications from any 4-20mA sensor. You get twelve 0V to 32V inputs that can be used for anything from reading voltages of batteries to interfacing with any analogue gauges. Six channels can be configured to measure resistance from any industry standard engine sensor. Also there are two RPM inputs, one PTC temperature input, one shunt and two relay outputs. All twelve resistance and voltage channels have comprehensive calibration that allow you to create an 8 point calibration table or select a predefined industry standard calibration table for most common sensors and gauges. The AlbaCombi has an Ethernet port that will allow web based calibration. Just connect your laptop to the AlbaCombi via Ethernet and you will get to the calibration and testing page. No calibration tools or special interfaces are required. This device is future proof and can be upgraded in the field via its ethernet port. See the configuration instructions to find which senders and PGNs are supported. The instructions can be found on the website at 1. Select mounting location: Ensure the AlbaCombi can be mounted in a suitable location between the NMEA2000 bus and the senders or gauges. 2. Connect the AlbaCombi to the NMEA2000 network 3. Connect the Gauge inputs 4. Connect the Power to the AlbaCombi 5. Configure the AlbaCombi

6 1. INSTALLATION 1.1 Selecting a Mounting Location The following figure shows an example installation. This gives an idea of the connections that need to be made to install the AlbaCombi. All these connections need to be considered before selecting an installation location. Resistive Mode 12Vdc RPM (+) (-)

2. MOUNTING THE ALBACOMBI UNIT 2.1 DIN Rail Mounting Requirements: A top hat rail, type EN 50 022 or a G section rail, type EN 50 035.

7 2. MOUNTING THE ALBACOMBI UNIT 2.1 DIN Rail Mounting Requirements: A top hat rail, type EN or a G section rail, type EN Mounting using a different rail type or an alternative mounting kit may breach the terms and conditions of the guarantee. 2.2 Connecting to a NMEA2000 Network

8 2.2.1 NMEA2000 Networks NMEA2000 devices will only communicate with each other when connected to a powered and correctly terminated NMEA2000 network. All networks need to be powered and terminated correctly to allow data to be transmitted reliably on the network. T-Pieces are needed to connect each device to the network. Additional cable lengths can be used between any of the connectors to extend the length of the network. Ensure the NMEA2000 rules for cable length are adhered to. Cable Type Per drop cable Sum of all drop cables Micro Backbone (terminator to terminator) Mini Backbone (terminator to terminator) Max Length 6 m 72 m 100 m 200 m NMEA2000 Minimum Network Requirements All NMEA2000 networks require a 12 V DC supply. In addition, a correctly functioning network will require the following components : 1 x Power-T 2 x Terminating Resistors 2 x T-Pieces (one per connected device) 1 x NMEA2000 compatible display All the required network parts can be supplied by Emmi Network S.L

9 3. TACHO INPUT CONNECTIONS Ignition Coil Connect the negative of the ignition coil to the positive RPM input of the AlbaCombi. Connect GND to input GND of the AlbaCombi Alternator Connect the w connection of the alternator to the AlbaCombi RPM positive input of the AlbaCombi (input (input 5 or 6). Connect GND input of the alternator to the input 4 Hall Effect and Electronic Pulse Senders Connect the signal line of the sender to the positive input on the AlbaCombi Connect GND to GND input of the AlbaCombi

4. CONFIGURING THE ALBACOMBI DEVICE Make all connections. See the pin out of your device: Configure your AlbaCombi: Connect your laptop to Ethernet port.

10 4. CONFIGURING THE ALBACOMBI DEVICE Make all connections. See the pin out of your device: Configure your AlbaCombi: Connect your laptop to Ethernet port. Open the browser navigator, preferred Chrome and go to the following address: The first windows that you will see are the FullView page: The gauges that you will see are an example

11 4.1 General Option In this option you can change the Ethernet configuration from the AlbaCombi, enable/disable the DHCP server and configure the IP address. The default configuration is DHCP server disabled and IP address The default NMEA address is 9. Note that if you connect two or more AlbaCombi, you must change the NMEA address, for example: you have two AlbaCombi connected on your NMEA network. One will have the NMEA Address 9 and other will be configured with NMEA Address 10. If you make any change, press Save button and then press Reset

12 4.2 Channel Options In order to configure each connected input, please select the channel, as shown on the following screen. Once selected please configure it.

13 4.2.1 RPM Channel You must configure all fields: Name: the name of the channel. Signal from: In case of RPM signal, the signal is sent by one engine. Physic Variable: In case of RPM, the only option is Rotation Rate. Units: RPM Limits high and Low: these limits will be used to set an alarm. Filter Level: Please indicate if the level measurement has been made with low, medium or high level. Sensor Type: you count with some predefined sensors. You can choose a sensor type and make some changes. If you press on Measure, the current value of the input will be shown.

14 You can click on RAW and see the current value or you can write the theoretical value of the sensor output which corresponds to the measurement. The Calibrated button is used to test if your calibration table is correct. Note that you must click on Save before doing the test. Example: If you have saved the following calibration table: Measured (pulse per cycle) RPM We assume that the sensor manufacturer indicates these values, therefore 3000 rpm we should have a measure of 300 pulses per cycle. You can accelerate to see that you have 300 cycles per second (by pressing on Raw until that value appears), then press Calibrated and see the value, if it is about 3000 rpm, the calibration table is correct. Press SAVE when all changes have been made.

15 4.2.2 PTC1000 Option Signal from: you can select if the sensor measures the temperature from the engine, battery or it s a general temperature. It is important to select the correct sensor because otherwise when configuring the corresponding PGN you won t have the choice to select this parameter, for instance, if you choose Engine, the value will be sent to the NMEA network though the PGN and PGN Physic Variable: In this case, the PTC sensor only works with temperature parameters. Units: Select between ºC or K. Limits high and low: these limits will be used to set an alarm. Filter Level: Please indicate if the level measurement has been made with low, medium or high level. Sensor Type: you have some predefined sensors. You can choose a sensor type and make some changes on calibration table. If you press on Measured you will see the current value:

16 You can click on RAW and see the current value or you can write the theoretical value of the sensor output corresponding to the measurement. The Calibrated button is used to test if your calibration table is correct. Note that you must click on Save before make the test. Example: You has saved the following calibration table: MEASURED (Ohms) VALUE (Tª) (ºC) temp temp; 180; 95 temp; 100; 50 temp; 10; 15 We assume that the sensor manufacturer indicates these values. In this way to 70 ºC we must have a measure of 140 Ohms. You switch on the engine that you have 140 Ohms (you pressing on Measured until that value), then press Calibrated and see the value, if it is about 70ºC, the calibration table is correct. Note that X-axis values (MEASURE) must increase, from smallest to largest value

17 4.2.3 Volt/Resistive Input You have six inputs like this. In the Channel screen you will see if the input has been configured on voltage o resistive mode Signal from: You can select the parameter that the input will measure; engine, battery, general fluid, general temperature, general pressure, switch bank or general fluid. Signal from Engine Battery General Fluid General Temperature General Pressure Switch Bank Physic Variable Rotation Rate Pressure Engine Tilt Temperature Voltage Fluid flow Temperature Voltage Current General fluid General temperature General Pressure Binary Limits high and low: these limits will be used to set an alarm. Filter Level: please indicate if the level measurement has been made with low, medium or high level.

18 Sensor Type: You have some predefined sensors. You can choose a sensor type and make some changes. Supply Correction (only on voltage input, not available on resistance mode): You can activate the supply correction using a voltage input (Correction Channel)

19 4.2.4 Shunt Input The shunt is a sensor that measures the load or unload current in a battery, and it must have the right dimensions to stand the maximum current it it supposed to measure. Signal from: This parameter can only be obtained from the battery, therefore, will be the only option in the drop-down. Physic Variable: the only option is current. Units: ma or A Limits high and low: these limits will be used to set an alarm. Filter Level: Indicate if the measures filter has been made with a low, medium or high level. Sensor Type: You have some predefined sensors. You can choose a sensor type and make some changes. If you press on Measured you will see the current value: You can click on Measured and see the current value or you can write the theoretical value of the sensor output corresponding to the measurement. The Calibrated button is used to test if your calibration table is correct. Note that you must click on Save before makingthe test.

20 4.2.5 Voltage Input Signal from: You can select the parameter that the input will measure: engine, battery, general fluid, general temperature, general pressure, switch bank or general fluid. Signal from Engine Battery General Fluid General Temperature General Pressure Physic Variable Rotation Rate Pressure Engine Tilt Temperature Voltage Fluid flow Temperature Voltage Current General fluid General temperature General Pressure

21 Limits high and low: these limits will be used to set an alarm. Filter Level: please indicate if the level measurement has been made with low, medium or high level. Sensor Type: You have some predefined sensors. You can choose a sensor type and make some changes. Supply Correction: You can activate the supply correction using a voltage input (Correction Channel)

22 4.3 Output Option You have 2 relay outputs. If you wish to configure alarms: Name: please write down the alarm s name Output Type: you have 3 options: o Manual: You can switch on/off the relay o NMEA2000: allows to act on a device connected to the NMEA network when the alarm is activated o Alarm: the alarm up and down values are only to be configured on screen. Limits high/low: these limits have already been configured in the Channel Option. Activation Rule: You can choose the condition for which the alarm is activated.

23 4.4 N2K Option In this section you must configure the PGN to send through the NMEA network PGN : Engine Rapide Update Engine Speed (RPM) Boost Pressure 7FFFFF Instance: The instance indicates the engine (port, starboard, forward, etc..) Engine Speed: if you have a RPM input, please select it. Engine Boost: if you have configured a pressure input from engine, please select it. Tilt/trim: same as before. Active PGN: If you select this option, the AlbaCombi will send this information through N2K network and the information will be shown on your multifunction display on board. RPM

24 4.4.2 PGN : Engine Parameters Dynamic Engine Oil Pressure Oil Temperature Engine Temperature Alternator Voltage Coolant Temperature The following PGNs which are mentioned in the standard NMEA will be displayed: Instance: The instance indicates the engine values (port, starboard, forward, etc..) Oil Pressure: if you have configured a pressure input from engine, please select it. Engine Temperature: If you have configured a temperature sensor from engine, please select it. Proceed in the same way with the rest of parameters. Active PGN: If you select this option, the AlbaCombi will send this information through N2K network and it will be shown on a muntifunction display on board.

25 4.4.3 PGN : Battery Status Battery Instance Voltage Current Temperature FF Instance: this is a very important field. If you have two or more batteries on your vessel, each battery bank should be configured with a different distance. Range 0 to 250 for valid position fixes. Voltage: Select the input where you have connected the battery voltage on your AlbaCombi. Current: Select your shunt input channel. Temperature: Select the temperature input from battery bank. Note, enable the Active PGN if you wish to display the parameters in your on board NMEA N2K multifunction display.

26 4.4.4 PGN : Fluid Level Fluid Instance Fluid Type Fluid Level Tank Capacity Reserved FF Instance: this is a very important field when you have two or more level sensors on your vessel, each sensor should be configured with a different instance. Capacity: (cubic meters) You must define the capacity of your tank. Type: You can select the type as NMEA standard ndicates (Fuel, fresh water, waste water, live well, oil and black levels). Level: Select the correct input. Note, enable the Active PGN if you wish to display the parameters in your on board NMEA N2K multifunction display.

27 4.4.5 PGN : Temperature SID Instance nº Temperature Source Actual Temperature (ºK) Temperature Set Reserved FF Instance: this is a very important field if you have two or more temperature sensors on your vessel, each sensor must configure with different instances. Source: You can select the source type as NMEA standard indicates:

28 Actual Value: Select the correct input.

4.4.6 PGN 130314: Pressure SID Instance nº Pressure Source Pressure (Pa) Reserved FF Instance: this is a very important field if you have two or more pressure sensors on

29 4.4.6 PGN : Pressure SID Instance nº Pressure Source Pressure (Pa) Reserved FF Instance: this is a very important field if you have two or more pressure sensors on your vessel, each sensor must configure with different instances. Source: You can select the source type as NMEA standard indicates: Actual Value: Select the correct input.

Select the first display to configure it: Select Measurement: You will choose any input that you had

30 4.7 Displays Option In this option you will configure the parameters to monitoring in the FullView Option. Select the first display to configure it: Select Measurement: You will choose any input that you had connected to AlbaCombi Title: Display name, you will see underneath the gauge. Label: name on the gauge label. Display Type: when displaying the information you can select between the following forms: o Gauge:

o Graph: o Display: Activate Full-View: If you select this option, you will see the parameter in the full

Alarms zone: It is important to set the alarm values as it will define the scale limits on your display.

Red Zone 4500 7000 Note that the upper limit has to be equal to the area above.

31 o Graph: o Display: Activate Full-View: If you select this option, you will see the parameter in the full screen option from AlbaCombi. Alarms zone: It is important to set the alarm values as it will define the scale limits on your display. Please find hereby examples on how to set these limits: MIN MAX Green Zone Yellow Zone Red Zone Note that the upper limit has to be equal to the area above. lower limit of the In case you wish only two zones, the configuration is as follows: MIN MAX Green Zone Yellow Zone Red Zone Press Save when the you have finished configuring the display.

4.8 FULL-SCREEN OPTION The default page of AlbaCombi will be displayed as shown below. All displays that you have configured before will be displayed.

32 4.8 FULL-SCREEN OPTION The default page of AlbaCombi will be displayed as shown below. All displays that you have configured before will be displayed. This option can work in parallel to a NMEA display. You can view this data in NMEA display installed in your boat, and also from any device connected to the same Ethernet network as the AlbaCombi internet based page. Press on the padlock icon to block/unlock the screen. In unlock mode you will can move the indicators.

Change the state of the switch on Hardware Test Mode: Switch 1 on, switch 2 off

33 5. HARDWARE TEST AND UPDATE DEVICE OPTIONS Before making all connections, please follow the next steps: 1. Change the state of the switch on Hardware Test Mode: Switch 1 on, switch 2 off and then press reset button ON Please access the following URL on your PC: 2. You will see the Hardware Test Option:

If you connect the test board, the device will be a hardware test and in your web page you will see the checkbox marked if the result has been positive. To update the AlbaCombi device: 1.

34 If you connect the test board, the device will be a hardware test and in your web page you will see the checkbox marked if the result has been positive. To update the AlbaCombi device: 1. Download the last firmware version from: and save it on your PC 2. Enter in Installer Mode on your AlbaCombi device. 3. Go to: 3. Select the Firmware Update option: 4. Select the.xin file saved on step Press Update.

35 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS IN / OUT Analogue Inputs Analogue input precision Relay out Data in/out 6 x Resistive (0 to 600 Ohm) or Voltage (0-32V) 6 x Voltage (0-32V) 2 x RPM W signal or magnetic sensor 1 x Precision temperature PTC x 100mV current shunt 1% or better 2 x Open collector output Ethernet port (calibration and monitoring) RS232 (module programming) Isolated CAN NMEA2000 NMEA2000 Parameter Group Numbers (PGN s) Periodic PGN Engine Parameters, Rapid Update PGN Engine Parameters, Dynamic PGN Battery Status PGN Fluid Level PGN Temperature PGN Actual Pressure PGN Binary Switch Bank Status PGN Binary Switch Bank Control ELECTRIC SPECIFICATIONS Tension 9-18V DC from the NMEA2000 bus Consumption 150mA Equivalent load 3 LEN as per NMEA2000 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS Size 104mm x 86mm x 588mm (DIN size 6) Weight 230g Mounting DIN Rail Clip EN Case material Top PC/UL 94-V0, Base PPO / UL 94-V0 ENVIROMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS Protection Class EN60529 IP20 Working temperature -15C to +55ºC Storage temperature -25ºC to +85ºC Relative humidity 93% 40ºC IEC Vibration ±1mm 7m/s 2 IEC Corrosion 4x7 40ºC, 95%HR after two hour salt spray IEC Emission IEC E.M.C. Immunity IEC

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